BMW contract hire prices have just been updated and the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics 4-door diesel saloon is on offer on the site from only £287.27+VAT. This superb contract hire offer is based on a 4-year contract, 6 rentals in advance, non-maintained, 10,000 miles per annum and is for business users only.

The BMW 320d EfficientDynamics is a dream for any company car driver with CO2 emissions at just 109g/km, combined mpg at 68.9, yet still offering superb performance with a 0-62mph time at just 8.0 seconds.

Other terms are available from our car finance partner on shorter contracts. If you are interested in finding out more about this offer, adding your accessories, or anything else, fill out the Contact Form today.

BMW 1 Series M Sport

BMW  has announced some new models for 2012, which include an eagerly awaited BMW 116d EfficientDynamics model. March 2012 will see the introduction of three new engines for the popular BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatch – the 116d EfficientDynamics, 125d and 125i – completing the range’s powertrain line-up.

BMW 116d EfficientDynamics

The BMW 116d EfficientDynamics is powered by a 116hp, four-cylinder 1.6-litre TwinPower Turbo diesel engine which propels the car from zero to 62mph in 10.5 seconds. This super fuel-efficient BMW  emits just 99g/km CO₂ and returns 74.3mpg.  These impressive economy figures are helped by a longer final drive ratio, Optimum Shift Indicators, lower suspension and reduced rolling resistance tyres.

The BMW 116d EfficientDynamics is based on the current SE specification and comes with 16-inch light alloy V-spoke wheels, Bluetooth hands-free with USB audio interface, front foglights, multifunction leather steering wheel and BMW Professional Radio with freestanding 6.5-inch Display and iDrive controller. 

New 125d and 125i engines for BMW 1 Series 5-door hatch

Two new engines will be available on the new BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatch from March 2012.  The 125i and 125d, only available in M Sport guise. Both feature ventilated front and rear brake discs and dual chrome exhaust tailpipes as standard kit.

The BMW 125d features a 2.0-litre BMW TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder diesel engine, with two-stage twin turbo.  This powertrain develops 218hp and it launches the car from 0 to 62mph in just 6.5 seconds.  This power doesn’t hamper the car’s fuel economy, with it returning 57.6mpg on the combined cycle and emitting just 129g/km CO_2.

The BMW 125i introduces BMW’s latest 2.0-litre TwinPower Turbo petrol engine with TwinScroll turbo.  This model accelerates from 0 to 62mph in just 6.5 seconds, produces 218hp, while still managing to return 44.1mpg and emit CO₂ emissions of just 152g/km.

New M Sport for BMW 1 Series

Again from from March 2012, the BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatch will now be available in M Sport.  In addition to the SE specification the BMW 1 Series M Sport will include M aerodynamic bodystyling, 18-inch M Star-spoke light alloy wheels, High-gloss Shadowline exterior trim and kidney grille with extra-wide high-gloss black vertical slats. 

The interior of the new car also gets the M Sport treatment with Sports seats in exclusive Anthracite Hexagon cloth and Alcantara upholstery, Aluminium Hexagon interior trim with Estoril Blue trim finishers, Anthracite headlining, M designation door sill finishers, M Sport multifunction steering wheel and an M Sport short-shift gear lever.  M Sport suspension, lowering the car by 10mm, completes the specification package.

BMW 1 Series Coupé and Convertible Exclusive and Sport Plus Edition

Thre are also two new special editions offering enhanced standard equipment for the BMW 1 Series Coupé and Convertible.

The Sport Plus Edition builds on the M Sport trim and is enhanced by 18-inch M double-spoke light alloy wheels, Chrome kidney grille with black vertical slats, Dark Line rear lights and Black mirror casings.  Inside exclusive Boston upholstery lines the seats while a Bluetooth handsfree facility with USB audio interface are both included as standard.

The BMW 1 Series Exclusive Edition builds on the Coupé and Convertible ES specification. This adds 17-inch Star-spoke light alloy wheels, Chromeline exterior trim, Oxide Silver mirror casings, Chrome kidney grille and Chrome exhaust tailpipes.  The interior adds bespoke Boston leather upholstery, Brushed Aluminium trim, BWM Edition door sill finishers and BMW Professional radio with single CD player, with MP3 playback capability. 

BMW Z4 gets new folding roof

The BMW Z4 Roadster gets a revised folding hard-top and the elegant two-piece folding roof with reinforced hydraulic system can now be raised or lowered at speeds of up to 25mph.  Previously the roof could not be lowered while on the move so this is a great addition if you are driving, it starts raining and there is nowhere to stop. 

BMW 3 Series updates engine line-up

The BMW 3 Series Saloon range gets three new entry-level engines. The new BMW 316d and 318d Saloons feature a BMW TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder diesel engine which combines with a single turbocharger with variable vane technology. Both of these new diesel engines can come with the optional 8-speed automatic transmission if required.

Joining the two new diesel engines is the BMW TwinPower engine with High Precision Direct Injection four-cylinder powerplant for the 320i Saloon.

Details of of new BMW 3 Series engines

*Electronically limited.

BMW Blue Performance in the UK

Finally, for the first time in the UK the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Saloon, the BMW 120d Hatch, BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon, BMW 520d Saloon and Touring plus the BMW 530d Saloon and Touring will also be available with the option of BluePerformance technology for £995.  This will provide a storage catalytic converter which reduces the nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions of the vehicle. This new addition provides compatibility with the strict EU6 emission standards which are due for introduction in September 2014.

The new EU6 emission standards will reduce the cap on NOx emissions by over 50 per cent, compared with current EU5 regulations, to 80mg/km. Combined emissions of hydrocarbons and nitrous oxides are also capped at 170mg/km. This will continue to drive down the average CO2 emissions of new cars as manufacturers strive to ensure their vehicles are compliant.

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If you thinking of leasing a new BMW 320d EfficientDynamics 4-door diesel saloon then one of our Partners has just loaded a 2-year BMW lease deal from only £292.13+VAT per month. This is based on a two-year non-maintained vehicle lease, 10,000 miles per annum, payment profile is 6 rentals in advance followed by 23 subsequent payments.

The BMW 320d EfficientDynamics is an ideal company car for any senior executive at it returns 69.9 combined mpg, emits only 109g/km of CO2 yet still manages to reach 0-62mph in just 8 seconds. Other terms are available from our car finance partner so fill out a Contact Form today.

BMW 520d EfficientDynamics

BMW’s new 520d EfficientDynamics saloon car builds upon the strengths of the standard 184bhp BMW 520d four-cylinder diesel saloon to offer class leading emissions, performance and fuel economy which makes this an ideal company car for any senior business executive.

The BMW 520d EfficientDynamics emits only 119g/km of CO2, returns 62.8 combined mpg, has a 0-62mph time of 8.2 seconds and a top speed of 144mph (where permitted), so it ticks all the boxes for most company car drivers.

The BMW 520d EfficientDynamics and the other new 5 Series models in the range also come with the highest ever level of standard specification including Dakota Leather upholstery, Bluetooth telephone preparation, front and rear Park Distance Control, BMW’s new ECO-PRO mode and two-zone automatic air conditioning.

EfficientDynamics technologies include Auto Start-Stop, Optimum Gearshift Indicator, Brake Energy Regeneration, Active Aerodynamics, longer final drive ratio and low rolling resistance tyres on Streamline-design alloy wheels. BMW car lease prices on the 520d EfficientDynamics model starts from £348.46+VAT on a 4-year deal, 6+47 rental profile, non-maintained lease.

New BMW 3 Series saloon

BMW has released the first pictures and details of their new 3 Series, the sixth generation of the world’s best selling premium saloon car. The new BMW 3 Series goes on sale in February 2012 with four engines at launch (see below), with more to follow.

The new 3 Series offers more space, comfort and luxury and is slightly longer than the outgoing model and there will also be more trim levels available. The new BMW 3 Series comes in ES, SE, Sport and, in 2012, M Sport versions of the saloon, but there will be trim levels, namely Sport , Modern and Luxury, all offering their own unique DNA.  At launch the popular ES and SE will be available, with the other trims following on later next year and BMW also has plans for a four-wheel drive and hybrid version too.

An eight-speed automatic gearbox (instead of six-speed) is now available right across the range and all versions also feature Drive Performance Control as standard. This allows you to switch between four driving modes – ECO PRO, Comfort, Sport and Sport + (Sport + is only included on Sport models or with some selected optional equipment). All engines will also feature BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and VALVETRONIC variable valve opening technology.

New BMW 3 Series saloon

All models have 17-inch light alloy wheels with run-flat tyres linked to a Tyre Puncture Warning System as standard, apart from the 320d EfficientDynamics, which has 16-inch aerodynamic alloys and non-Run-flat tyres. 

The range at launch:

BMW 320d

The BMW Group has been scooped the top prize at the Green Fleet Awards 2010 and has been crowned “Fleet Car Manufacturer of the Year” for the third year in a row. BMW has shown the greatest improvements in reducing CO2 emissions and improving fuel efficiency with its innovative EfficientDynamics technologies.

For example the new BMW 5 Series has significantly lower CO2 emissions than its predecessor at 129g/km for the BMW 520d and of course there is the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics at 109g/km.

Angela Pisanu, Editor of Green Fleet, said,”Through its EfficientDynamics initiative, BMW has continued to raise the bar in respect of delivering class leading reductions in carbon dioxide emissions whilst at the same time maintaining exceptional vehicle performance and economy. BMW’s achievements in small, medium and in particular the upper fleet vehicle sector convinced us that the firm is once again a worthy winner”. BMW business car leasing prices on all EfficientDynamics models can be found on the site now.

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A remarkable BMW business contract hire offer is on the site for a BMW 320d EfficientDynamics 4-door saloon manual from only £290.40+VAT per month. This great looking diesel saloon offers you 68.9 combined mpg and only emits 109g/km of CO2 emissions, making it an ideal company car for any business.

BMW business contract hire terms are based on the following;

- Non-maintained business contract hire over a three year contract at 10,000 miles per year – total 30,000 miles.

- Only three month rentals in advance followed by 35 subsequent rentals.

-  This totals 38 equal payments

- “With maintenance”, metallic paint and all other accessory options can be added to your vehicle at an extra cost to the rental shown above.

-  Please note the image we have shown may not represent the exact model.

-  Pricing is subject to change at any time and must be verified directly with each vehicle leasing supplier.

BMW 5 Series Saloon

BMW has had seven awards given to them by BusinessCar, on the of the UK’s fleet news publications, mainly due to its EfficientDynamics programme. They picked up “Manufacturer of the Year”,”Environmental Award of the Year” plus five other product specific awards as follows.

1. MINI was awarded “Supermini of the Year”.
2. The three and five door BMW 1 Series models won “Lower Medium Car of the Year”.
3. The BMW 3 Series Saloon and Touring models took the “Medium Car of the Year”.
4. The BMW 5 Series Saloon and Touring was jointly honoured with “Executive Car of the Year”.
5. Finally the BMW X5 picked up “Large 4×4 of the Year”.

Sean Green, Sales Director of BMW UK, said:”The corporate customer is an extremely important one for BMW which is why it’s fantastic to be honoured by BusinessCar in so many categories. But with 166 BMW and MINI models emitting 160g/km of CO2 or less it is hard not to see why our products are so popular”.

BMW has been awarded the title of Industry Supplier by the Energy Savings Trust, the UK’s leading organisation to set up to try and prevent climate change by helping everybody cut carbon dioxide emissions.

This is the second year running BMW has won the award in recognition of how it has helped businesses make their fleets more efficient, sustainable and reduce carbon emissions. The BMW 320d EfficientDynamics model which was recently launched emits only 109g/km CO2 which for a car of this size is pretty impressive.

BMW models sold in 2008 with EfficientDynamics technologies fitted have also been responsible for an approximate 54,000 tonne reduction in CO2 emissions compared to pre-EfficientDynamics cars. BMW contract hire prices are available on the whole range (off the site now) if you are looking for a low CO2 vehicle.

BMW 320d

The new BMW 320d EfficientDynamics 3 Series diesel saloon is set to become one of BMW’s greenest cars when it goes on sale in 2010. This latest model sets the benchmark by offering only 109g/km emissions and a combined fuel consumption figure of 68.9mpg.

The performance figures look good as well, with the 1,995cc engine reaching 0-62mph in 8.2 seconds and onto a top speed of 137mph where permitted. Acceleration in fifth gear from 50mph to 75mph is also swift, at just 9.6 seconds.  

This makes this new BMW the first premium segment car to go below the 110g/km tax threshold and it is bound to appeal to company car drivers and consumers alike. The car comes with Auto Start Stop, lowered suspension, alloy wheels with Michelin EnergySaver tyres, Brake Energy Regeneration and Electric Power Steering for optimum performance. The full vehicle specification of this new BMW car will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.